Hobbies and crafts

Stuck-down stamps solved

Article Abstract:

A 'sweatbox' is the solution to problems involving mint stamps or stamps with fugitive inks that are stuck to envelopes, each other or need to have foreign substances removed from them. A well-known brand of sweatbox is called the Stamplift.

Author: Bowman, MaryAnn

Publisher:American Publishing Company of New YorkPublication Name:StampsSubject:Hobbies and craftsISSN:0038-9358Year:1993

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Maintaining stamps as purchased

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Postage stamps should be handled with care when they are being considered for a collection. The techniques with which collectors should handle their stamps to maintain quality are described.

Author: Bowman, MaryAnn

Publisher:American Publishing Company of New YorkPublication Name:StampsSubject:Hobbies and craftsISSN:0038-9358Year:1992

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Acquiring stamps using the mail

Article Abstract:

Stamp collectors can obtain stamps in several ways. Descriptions of the services provided by the post office and stamp dealers are explained to help collectors add to their collections.

Author: Bowman, MaryAnn

Publisher:American Publishing Company of New YorkPublication Name:StampsSubject:Hobbies and craftsISSN:0038-9358Year:1992